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Lent | March 5 - April 20

About the Theme:
This series is an invitation to navigate the polarities in our lives with more faith, intention, and openness
to be transformed. Each weekly sub-theme explores two supposed binaries, like “faith & works” or “rest &
growth,” or “grief & hope.” We often consider these ideas to be opposing. However, as we explore these
concepts within the scriptures, we find nuance and complexity. We find that these dichotomies are false. We
might begin to see a full spectrum instead of black and white. We might find that God is present in between.
And so, this season, we invite you to look beyond black and white binaries and easy answers. We encourage
you to notice the dichotomies that define our lives, but also imagine where God might be meeting us
beyond the categories we create. This theme may resonate with anyone who is in discernment or trying to
find their way through an undefined space. It will speak to anyone who feels as if they are living in a divided
world. It is for those who seek a spiritual life that engages with complexity instead of avoiding it. This Lent,
we're trusting that God shows up in shades of gray, rainbow hues, and everywhere in between.
As we wander, let us tune our hearts to sing God’s grace. May we rest in streams of mercy, never ceasing.
A Sanctified Art | sanctifiedart.org

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Lent Formation Opportunities

Worshipful Wednesdays During Lent
Wednesdays | 5:30PM | Beginning March 12th
Have you been looking for an opportunity to jump in to Worshipful Wednesdays? Consider joining us for the season of Lent! Beginning March 12th, there will be new adult formation groups to participate in.
Each week, after a meal together in Whitford Hall, adults will be invited to engage in one of two spiritual practices.
One of these is visio divina led by Angela Ritter in the Bradshaw Room. Folks will be invited to meditate and reflect on pieces of art inspired by stories from Luke's Gospel. Another opportunity is lectio divina led by Pastor Heather in the Parlor. In this space folks will be invited to meditate and reflect on selected passages of Jesus' story in Luke.
Children's programming with Minister Cyril and Minister Katie will continue with music, play, and Bible stories. Throughout Lent their Bible stories will shift from the Old Testament to the New Testament as they learn more about Jesus in the Gospel of Luke.

As always, we invite you to participate in Worshipful Wednesdays to the extent that you feel led. Share a meal with faith family. Reflect on Scripture in community. Experience God's presence through art.

Questions? Contact Minister Katie ([email protected])

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​Everything in Between Lenten Sunday School 
Sundays | 9:45 AM | Open Door Classroom
Beginning March 9th
Journey through this Lenten season by accepting the invitation to look for God in between. On Sunday mornings we will explore stories of Jesus from the Gospel of Luke. We will experience art and poetry inspired by Scripture and make space to reflect on this, that, and everything in between. 


Questions? Contact Minister Katie ([email protected]) 

Lenten Prayer Group
Tuesdays | 12:00 PM | On Zoom
March 11th - April 15th
Join in a time of prayer each week throughout the season of Lent on Zoom. This is a perfect opportunity to stay connected to our faith community without the need to show up in-person. Together we will engage in prayerful pauses from work or from home to carry us from Ash Wednesday to Easter. 

Questions? Reach out to Rev. Mick Raynor.

Join the ZOom!

Holy Week

​PALM SUNDAY: April 13, 10:55 am | The Sanctuary
Join us for worship as we begin our Holy Week journey, praising with palms and imagining God's word again alive.
Childcare Provided. Live stream available.

WORSHIPFUL WEDNESDAY: April 16, 5:30pm | Whitford Hall
Join us for a meal and an opportunity for people of all ages to connect for a time of spiritual formation led by Katie Diaz, Minister of Spiritual Formation.
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MAUNDY THURSDAY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY: April 17, 5:30 pm 
Join us as we partner with Rise Against Hunger to pack meals as a way to serve during Holy Week.

GOOD FRIDAY: April 18, 5:30 pm | The Sanctuary
Join us this Good Friday as we step into its ever increasing darkness while yet reminded that even in Christ's death the Light still shines. Through music, word, and prayer we will journey through the story of Christ's final hours. ​Childcare will be provided. Live stream available.

Easter Sunday

FRONT LAWN EASTER SERVICE: April 20, 8:30 am | Front Lawn
"Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed!" Be the first to shout those words of hope and joy at our front lawn sunrise service, 8:30 am, on Easter morning. This 30-40 minute service includes singing, communion and the decorating of the cross with flowers. Childcare Provided.
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EASTER MORNING BREAKFAST: April 20, 9-10:30 am | Whitford Hall
Join us as our youth prepare and serve Easter breakfast. RSVPs are not required but are welcome.

​SANCTUARY EASTER SERVICE: April 20, 10:55 am | The Sanctuary
Join your voice with the choirs as we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus! Communion will also be served as, together, we celebrate the gift of God's grace poured out for us and our world. Childcare Provided.